Villa Charities

“Italia & Canada: Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow” – Exhibition Closing
2025-06-27 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Artworks presenting a portrait of Italy and Canada through the lens of Italian Canadian artists with diverse backgrounds.

“Past Present Future: L'Arte che Scompare / The Disappearing Arts” – Exhibition Closing
2025-06-27 10:00 - 17:00 | Lower Gallery, Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Part of the Contact Photography Festival, Cindi Edmond’s four-part photography series is an exploration of extinguishing cultural arts in Italy.

Villa Charities Italian Canadian Immigrant Tribute Blessing
2025-06-26 10:00 - 11:30 | Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Celebrate Italian Heritage Month with us, as we welcome His Eminence, Frank Cardinal Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto, to the Columbus Centre for a ceremony to bless the Immigrant Tribute donor name plaques, commemorative sculpture, and surrounding space.

“The Casorsos: La Prima Famiglia”
2025-06-25 18:30 - 20:45 | Columbus Room, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
A documentary about the first Italian family in Okanagan Valley in 1883.

Columbus Concert Band Celebrates Italy
2025-06-24 19:30 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Columbus Concert Band commemorates Italian Heritage Month with an unforgettable concert celebrating the rich musical traditions of Italy.

Pasta Making Classes – Piemonte
2025-06-17 18:30 - 20:30 | Columbus Room, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Experience Italy through this hands-on pasta-making session, with a focus on Piemonte, guided by Chef Luciano Schipano.

Serenata Cinematica!
2025-06-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Coro San Marco performs a concert of iconic music from beloved films, with movie scenes projected during the performance.

Circus Cabaret…It’s Shirley Happening!
2025-06-13 20:00 - 22:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
A live cabaret show filled with songs, comedy, costumes, stories, and fun!

L’eco dei Dialetti
2025-06-11 18:30 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
A celebration of Italian dialects through the performance of original works in poetry, prose and song.

Il Canto Italiano
2025-06-10 19:30 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
A passionate performance of beautiful Italian music by acclaimed opera singers Sara Papini and Romulo Delgado, and pianist Sabatino Vacca.

Pasta Making Classes – Abruzzo
2025-06-10 18:30 - 20:30 | Columbus Room, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Experience Italy through this hands-on pasta-making session, with a focus on Abruzzo, guided by Chef Luciano Schipano.

“Italia & Canada: Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow” – Opening Reception
2025-06-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada

Less Defined Landscape – Spring Workshop Closes
2025-06-04 12:30 - 15:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
8-week Less Defined Landscapes oil and acrylic painting workshop with Sam Paonessa closes. Wednesdays, April 9 – 30, May 14 – June 4.

Pasta Making Classes – Sicily
2025-06-03 18:30 - 20:30 | Columbus Room, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Experience Italy through this hands-on pasta-making session, with a focus on Sicily, guided by Chef Luciano Schipano.

Artista Painting – Spring Workshop Closes
2025-06-03 12:30 - 15:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
9-week oil and acrylics Artista Painting Workshop with Sam Paonessa closes. Tuesdays, April 8 – June 3.

Taste of Italy Dinner Series: Emilia Romagna
2025-05-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Ristorante Boccaccio, 901 Lawrence Ave. W., Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Indulge in the culinary heart of Italy with a dinner dedicated to Emilia Romagna, a region celebrated for its artisanal food heritage.

Italian Immersion Toddler Program – Spring Term Program Ends
2025-05-30 09:00 - 10:00 | Leonardo Da Vinci Academy, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Villa Charities and Leonardo Da Vinci Academy are offering Italian immersion classes for toddlers (ages 1 – 3) and their parents. Learn Italian through songs, games and stories.

Ballo Liscio - Outdoor Social Dancing Nights
2025-05-28 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-05-21 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-05-14 18:30 - 20:30 | Anthony Fusco Sr. Courtyard, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
The Italian tradition of Ballo Liscio continues every Wednesday all summer long, featuring music by popular Italian DJs and musicians.

Casa (Home)
2025-05-27 12:45 - 13:45 | Leonardo Da Vinci Academy Gym, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
A unique theatrical experience for ages 1 – 4, “Casa” makes its Columbus Centre debut as part of Toronto’s WeeFestival

Annual General Meeting
2025-05-26 18:00 - 19:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Join us for these public meetings that include brief presentations and a Q&A session with the Executive team and Board Directors, to keep our community up to date on the latest projects and plans for Villa Charities and our affiliates.

Giro Cycling Fundraiser
2025-05-25 | Veneto Centre, 7465 Kipling Ave, Woodbridge, Ontario, L4L 1Y5, Canada
Join us for the 18th Annual Villa Charities’ Giro Cycling Fundraiser.

Ancient Italian Civilization: A Journey Through the Ages – Part 2
2025-05-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Author, translator, and historian David Pantano presents a two-part lecture exploring the evolution of Italian civilization.

Pasta Making Classes – Calabria
2025-05-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Columbus Room, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Experience Italy through this hands-on pasta-making session, with a focus on Calabria, guided by Chef Luciano Schipano.

“Past Present Future: L'Arte che Scompare / The Disappearing Arts” – Artist Meet & Greet
2025-05-17 08:00 - 17:00 | Lower Gallery, Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
A meet & greet with the exhibition artist Cindi Edmond.

Ancient Italian Civilization: A Journey Through the Ages – Part 1
2025-05-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada

“Past Present Future: L'Arte che Scompare / The Disappearing Arts” – Artist Talk
2025-05-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Lower Gallery, Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Artist Cindi Edmond will be interviewed by former CBC Arts reporter Margo Kelly.

“Past Present Future: L'Arte che Scompare / The Disappearing Arts” – Opening Reception
2025-05-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Lower Gallery, Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada

Pasta Making Classes – Puglia
2025-05-06 18:30 - 20:30 | Columbus Room, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Experience Italy through this hands-on pasta-making session, with a focus on Puglia, guided by Chef Luciano Schipano.
